Justification:
A poorly known deepwater shark restricted to the upper continental slope off the Caribbean coast of Colombia and Venezuela in depths of 283 to 439 m. Little known of its biology. Information on interactions with fisheries are limited, but is probably rarely encountered due to its very small size (to 21 cm total length). Its restricted geographic and bathymetric range, as presently known, together with its reported low fecundity (litter size of 2 to 3) may be cause for concern if it is being taken as bycatch in any fisheries. However, insufficient information is presently available to assess the species beyond Data Deficient.

As presently known, restricted to a small area of the Caribbean Sea off Colombia and Venezuela. More research is required to better define geographic range, but probably a naturally restricted species.

None in place. Like many deepwater chondrichthyan species more information on biology, ecology and importance in fisheries are required. Any expanding deepwater fisheries in the region (which could impact its habitat and population) need to be carefully monitored and managed.